NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Assistant Manager of Procurement (Professional Services)
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$101K/yr - $143K/yr
6+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Assistant Manager of Procurement to provide leadership and expertise in the procurement function for the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System. This role involves overseeing complex procurements, managing day-to-day procurement activities, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulations and effective procurement processes.
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Responsibilities
Assists the Manager of Procurement in overseeing, leading, coordinating and conducting acquisition of rolling stock, non-construction projects, information technology, various professional services and commodities for the Agency in compliance with local, state and federal regulations and internal policies and procedures
Provides daily supervision, direction, guidance, support, information and technical expertise regarding assigned functions
Assigns projects and processing of orders as appropriate to Senior Procurement Specialist and Procurement Specialists
Processes most complex procurements, performs analyses of spend and market data, bids and proposals, as well as leads departmental projects
Manages day-to-day procurement activities from start to finish, including solicitations, bid evaluations, vendor selection, purchase orders, and contract execution
Oversees the preparation of all solicitation documents in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements
Ensures accurate and effective use of procurement systems (e.g., SAP) and maintain procurement website resources
Ensures compliance with agency policies and procedures, as well as applicable laws and regulations
Collaborates with cross-functional teams, such as IT, HR, Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders, to understand business needs and develop procurement plans to meet those needs
Establishes work priorities; assist in the development of departmental goals and objectives and provide regular updates and reports to management on procurement activities
Prepares and review a variety of contract documents, correspondence and reports
Maintains accurate procurement records, participate in audits and assist as needed in the formulation and development of process improvements, policies procedures and programs
Coordinates year-end activities, including closing orders as necessary, and purchase order roll-over processes
Independently provides solutions for staff and internal customers related to minor to complex procurement and contractual issues
Provides interpretation related to procurement regulations and policies at the local, state and federal level
Analyzes current procurement activities and recommend improvements through more efficient procurement methods, e-procurement, standardization, value analysis or cooperative purchasing
Attends and presents at the Board of Directors meetings and acts, as necessary, as a backup for the Manager of Procurement
Acts as a Subject Matter Expert, maintains knowledge and oversight of various professional services, IT, rolling stock best practices, regulatory changes, and sourcing strategies
Solicits small businesses, Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (WBE) to participate in the MTS procurement process
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited university in public administration, business administration, or related field
At least six years of experience in all types of procurement with at least two years as a supervisor/manager in a public procurement environment is required
A combination of relevant education and applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement
Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver License or be able to utilize alternative transportation when needed to perform job-related essential functions
Demonstrated record of extensive experience in successful achievements should include a history of procurements in complex, arduous and formidable projects that necessitated a combination of creativity, adaptability and perseverance to achieve an innovative and successful outcome within the regulatory framework
Intimate knowledge of all types of procurements is necessary
Knowledge of or ability to learn MTS policies and regulations
Knowledge of principles, methods, and practices of purchasing management and of government purchasing
In-depth industry expertise with a focus on various professional services, IT, rolling stock and industry standards
Knowledge of local, state and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations
Knowledge of procedures and resources used in researching and analyzing commodities services, competitive bid practices, and methods used in evaluating vendor capability and performance
Ability to maneuver through complex political situations effectively
Ability to anticipate problems/issues and plan approach accordingly
Ability to work under pressure with minimum or no supervision
Ability to write letters, memoranda and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct English
Ability to speak clearly, distinctly and effectively in person-to-person or small group situations using tact and diplomacy
Ability to coordinate and initiate actions necessary to implement decisions and delegate responsibilities to appropriate personnel
Ability to establish and maintain priorities in order to complete assignments by deadlines without detailed instructions
Exhibit a high degree of flexibility and versatility
Skill in verifying the accuracy and completeness of forms and reports
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and the ability to learn and use other software that MTS might have or acquire
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional organizational, prioritization and multi-tasking skills
Exhibit a high demonstrable level of integrity and confidentiality
Exceptional interpersonal skills and understanding of customer relationship management
Exceptional collaborative and team-centric working style
Strong presentation, leadership and management skills
Excellent knowledge of procurement administration
Ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them in an evolving environment while contributing to the development of new processes
The successful candidate must be able to fulfill the physical demands of the job such as walking, stooping, sitting, bending, reaching for overhead files and occasional lifting (must be able to lift up to 15 pounds)
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and perform tasks involving manual dexterity, such as use of a computer
Work will at times require more than 8 hours per day or an irregular work week to perform the essential duties of the position
Duties will be performed primarily in an office type environment and may require travel to external locations and agencies
Preferred
Knowledge or background in SAP
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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